Public Health Specialist

1 month ago


Decatur, Georgia, United States Americorps Full time
Job Title: NACDD PHA Kansas II

The National Association of Chronic Disease Directors (NACDD) is a national public health non-profit agency focused on improving the health of the public by strengthening state and national leadership and expertise for chronic disease prevention and control.

About the Role:

As a Public Health AmeriCorps member, you will support the Kansas Department of Health & Environment (KDHE) Diabetes Program. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Engaging partners across various sectors to promote public health and prioritize community needs
  • Interacting with diverse state and community leaders to advance existing efforts around food and nutrition security, safe physical activity access, social connectedness, and health equity
  • Participating in strategic planning, leveraging BRFSS data to inform decision-making
  • Understanding KDHE's initiatives to serve diverse populations across the state, ensuring access to transportation and healthy food
  • Learning about Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) strategies and exploring how communities can introduce interventions to address food insecurity and promote physical activity opportunities
Program Benefits:

As an AmeriCorps member, you will receive:

  • Training and professional development opportunities
  • A living allowance to support your service
  • An education award upon successful completion of your service year
Terms of Service:

You will be permitted to work at another job during off hours and attend school during off hours. A car is recommended for this role.

Service Areas:

This role is part of the Public Health AmeriCorps program.Skills and Qualifications:

We are looking for individuals who are organized, flexible, and creative. If you are passionate about public health and community development, we encourage you to apply.



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